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Planning in Hitchin Hill

Approved
88%
229 of 257 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Hitchin Hill in the last 24 months, from North Hertfordshire District Council's planning register.

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Around Hitchin Hill

Postcode districts

SG4 486 applications in the last 12 monthsSG5 457 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: North Hertfordshire District Council

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About Hitchin Hill

Hitchin Hill is a settlement located in Hertfordshire, England.

Property prices in Hitchin Hill show an average sale price of £516,464, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Hitchin Hill area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Hitchin Hill a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Hitchin Hill planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Results include full application details, decision status, and the ability to track applications over time and set planning alerts to help you monitor and review pending planning applications.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Hitchin Hill, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 322 planning applications were submitted near Hitchin Hill. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 58 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (82), tree works (20), discharge of conditions (20). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Hitchin Hill?
In the last 24 months, 322 planning applications were submitted near Hitchin Hill. The approval rate is 88%.
How long do planning decisions take near Hitchin Hill?
The average planning decision time near Hitchin Hill is 58 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.
What is the planning approval rate near Hitchin Hill?
The planning approval rate near Hitchin Hill is 88%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Hitchin Hill?
The most common type of planning application near Hitchin Hill is full planning applications, with 82 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Hitchin Hill?
You can search and track planning applications near Hitchin Hill on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.